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What makes this achievement particularly noteworthy is that Shang-Chi was released during a pandemic on over 4,200 screens—more screens than many previous Marvel films like Black Widow or Ant-Man and the Wasp—and featured a largely unknown lead character. Moreover, the film's performance was above the benchmarks set by blockbuster hits like Thor: Ragnarok and Ant-Man and the Wasp during the same three-day window.
Why Did It Perform So Well?
Several factors contribute to Shang-Chi's unexpected success:
- Quality of the Film: Viewers and critics who saw the movie generally found it to be an enjoyable addition to the Marvel universe, if not groundbreaking.